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the whole body of things observed or assumed the theory that the universe is constantly expanding

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Recent Examples of universe Astronomers setting their sights halfway across the observable universe recently identified the largest amount of individual stars ever detected so far away – a feat once considered near-impossible. Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025 Tesla is separating itself from the down-and-out auto industry and moving into the AI universe because of its self-driving work, using neural networks trained on video clips and a supercomputer to constantly make the software better. Jim Cramer, CNBC, 6 Jan. 2025 The eight-episode Season 1 of The Franchise follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie fighting for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 3 Jan. 2025 The short answer is yes, the show takes place in the same universe as Bethesda's games. Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for universe 
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Noun
  • For example, the popular children’s game platform Roblox allows creators to earn Robux by selling cosmetic items or building their own in-game worlds and experiences.
    Makena Kelly, WIRED, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Venu Sports was a curious offering that seemed to be a bridge between the old cable bundle and the new world of à la carte streaming services.
    Kevin Draper, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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  • Catholic natural law operates on the premise that humans are created in God’s image, and social order and domestic tranquility require that humans understand, accept and honor the qualities ordained by nature, especially the distinction between male and female.
    Peter H. Schwartz, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Neither are brutal players by nature, nor is Logan Stanley who’s been Winnipeg’s most consistent attempt at a third-pairing left defenceman.
    Murat Ates, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
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  • Lindsey says the creation of these programs speaks to a larger moment in women’s sports and how they are covered.
    Melanie Anzidei, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
  • While job displacement is a significant concern, there's a growing narrative that AI could lead to the creation of novel positions and the enhancement of existing ones.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025

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“Universe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universe. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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